It all exploded Tuesday, with reports out of Steelers training that head coach Mike Tomlin was planning to give quarterback Russell Wilson first-team reps in anticipation of the veteran making his first start for Pittsburgh this weekend. Fourth-year slinger Justin Fields has been playing as Wilson deals with a calf injury he aggravated in the preseason.
The decision came as a surprise to some, with Fields having led the team to a 4-2 record so far, including wins over the Chargers, Broncos, and Falcons through his first three games.
Nevertheless, Wilson made his first start Sunday night and proved why Tomlin made the right decision, as the veteran pummeled Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams in their long-awaited reunion, 37-15.
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